What is another word for celiac axis?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛlɪˌak ˈaksɪs] (IPA) 
The celiac axis, also known as the celiac trunk, is a significant artery in the human body that supplies blood to vital organs such as the liver, stomach, and pancreas. Synonyms for the term celiac axis include celiac artery, truncus coeliacus, and celiac plexus. The celiac artery is responsible for providing oxygenated blood to the upper abdominal region, facilitating the efficient functioning of organs situated in that area. The term truncus coeliacus, derived from Latin, refers to the "trunk" of the upper abdominal aorta. The celiac plexus encompasses the sympathetic nerve fibers that surround the celiac artery, controlling the nerve functions in the digestive tract.
